This plugin replaces a content management system's default, outdated password hashing with the modern bcrypt algorithm. It is for developers and site administrators who prioritize security and run PHP 5.5 or higher. The tool acts as a drop-in replacement, overriding core functions without requiring changes to user login workflows.

• Bcrypt Password Hashing: Uses PHP's built-in password_hash() function to generate secure bcrypt hashes, which are computationally expensive and resistant to brute-force attacks compared to MD5.
• Automatic Password Upgrades: When a user with an old MD5-hashed password logs in successfully, their password is automatically re-hashed using bcrypt and updated in the database.
• Backward Compatibility: All existing user passwords continue to work immediately after installation. The plugin verifies both old and new hash formats.
• Seamless Integration: Functions as a must-use plugin or Composer package, overriding core password functions without appearing in the admin plugin list, reducing the risk of accidental deactivation.
• Future-Proof Migration: The plugin notes its own redundancy when the core platform adopts bcrypt as a default, allowing for safe removal without breaking existing logins.